What is the cheapest way to get from Detroit to Irvine?

The cheapest way to get from Detroit to Irvine is to fly and train which costs $180 - $600 and takes 9h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Detroit to Irvine?

The fastest way to get from Detroit to Irvine is to fly which takes 6h 39m and costs $220 - $700.

Is there a direct bus between Detroit and Irvine?

No, there is no direct bus from Detroit to Irvine. However, there are services departing from Detroit, MI and arriving at Main-Harvard via Indianapolis Union Station, St Louis Bus Station, Los Angeles and Artic - Dock 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 6h.

Is there a direct train between Detroit and Irvine?

No, there is no direct train from Detroit to Irvine. However, there are services departing from Detroit and arriving at Tustin via Chicago Union Station and Fullerton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 2h.

How far is it from Detroit to Irvine?

The distance between Detroit and Irvine is 1988 miles. The road distance is 2290.6 miles.

How do I travel from Detroit to Irvine without a car?

The best way to get from Detroit to Irvine without a car is to train which takes 2 days 2h and costs $800 - $1,700.

How long does it take to get from Detroit to Irvine?

It takes approximately 6h 39m to get from Detroit to Irvine, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Detroit to Irvine bus from?

Detroit to Irvine bus services, operated by Barons Bus, depart from Detroit, MI station.

Where do I catch the Detroit to Irvine train from?

Detroit to Irvine train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Detroit station.

Train, bus or fly from Detroit to Irvine?

The best way to get from Detroit to Irvine is to fly which takes 6h 39m and costs $220 - $700. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $800 - $1,700 and takes 2 days 2h, you could also bus, which costs $360 - $750 and takes 2 days 6h.

Where does the Detroit to Irvine bus arrive?

Detroit to Irvine bus services, operated by Barons Bus, arrive at Indianapolis, IN station.

What is the time difference between Detroit and Irvine?

Irvine is 3h behind Detroit. It is currently 4:31 PM in Detroit and 1:31 PM in Irvine.

Where does the Detroit to Irvine train arrive?

Detroit to Irvine train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Detroit to Irvine?

Yes, the driving distance between Detroit to Irvine is 2291 miles. It takes approximately 35h 54m to drive from Detroit to Irvine.

How do I get a bus ticket from Detroit to Irvine?

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Where can I stay near Irvine?

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There are 5 ways to get from Detroit to Irvine by plane, train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound, Amtrak), car, or train

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Fly to John Wayne Airport Orange County
best
1. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to John Wayne Airport Orange County (SNA)plane DTW - SNA
6h 39m
$222–702
Fly to Los Angeles International Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)plane DTW - LAX
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Tustintrain
9h 33m
$187–577
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Detroit to Chicago Union Stationtrain Wolverine
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Fullerton Amtrak Stationtrain Southwest Chief
2d 2h
$799–1,693
Bus
1. Take the bus from Detroit, MI to Indianapolis, INbus
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to St Louis Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Los Angeles Union Stationbus
4. Take the bus from Los Angeles to Anaheimbus
2d 6h
$365–707
Drive 2,277.3 mi
1. Drive from Detroit to Irvinecar 2,277.3 mi
35h 54m
$416–601

Detroit to Irvine by train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 1,976.7 mi
Duration: 6h 39m

What companies run services between Detroit, MI, USA and Irvine, CA, USA?

Delta, Southwest Airlines, and three other airlines fly from Detroit (DTW) to John Wayne Airport Orange County (SNA) every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train from Detroit to Tustin via Chicago Union Station, Fullerton Amtrak Station, and Fullerton in around 2d 2h.

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